How To Fix CM_PHRASE_DATA010 - Phrase text in source language &1 for phrase &2 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_PHRASE_DATA - Phrase Data (Phrase Header, Phrase Item, Phrase Ref.)

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Phrase text in source language &1 for phrase &2 is missing

What causes this issue?

A phrase position or a phrase text in the source language must exist for
a phrase. The system does not allow you to save or leave the relevant
dialog without this position.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain a phrase position or phrase text in source language.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_PHRASE_DATA010 - Phrase text in source language &1 for phrase &2 is missing ?

  The SAP error message CM_PHRASE_DATA010 indicates that there is a missing phrase text in the source language for a specific phrase in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's translation and phrase management functionalities, where phrases are used for various purposes, including user interfaces, documentation, and reports.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Phrase Entry: The phrase identified by the phrase ID (&2) does not have an entry in the source language (&1). This could happen if the phrase was never created, was deleted, or if there was an error during the import of translation data.
  Incorrect Language Settings: The system may be set to a language that does not have the corresponding phrase text available.
  Transport Issues: If the phrase was supposed to be transported from another system (e.g., development to production) and the transport did not include the necessary phrase data, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Phrase Entries: 
  
  Go to the transaction code SE63 (Translation) or CMOD (for enhancements) and check if the phrase exists in the source language. If it does not, you may need to create it.
  Use transaction SE11 to check the relevant database table for phrases (e.g., TTXPHRASE) to see if the entry is missing.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Phrase:
  
  If the phrase is missing, you can create a new entry for the phrase in the source language using the appropriate transaction (e.g., SE63).
  If the phrase exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct text.
  
  
  
  Check Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the user’s language settings are correct. You can check this in the user profile settings (transaction SU01).
  Make sure that the source language is correctly defined in the system settings.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the phrase was supposed to be transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport containing the phrase data was successful.
  If necessary, re-transport the relevant objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to phrase management and translations for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE63 (Translation), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE78 (SAP ArchiveLink), and CMOD (Enhancement Management).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to phrase management.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify phrases in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_PHRASE_DATA010 error and ensure that the necessary phrase texts are available in the source language.